Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
1 of 4 nursing homes in Hilton Head Island (25%) meet our strict criteria. The South Carolina statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
208
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$29,497 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, is adequate but requires caution, with only 25% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that two facilities are in the caution tier due to fines, including one with a significant total of $12,740 in penalties.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 Fraser Health Center (95) — Fraser Health Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community well-being, providing excellent care in its cozy 33-bed environment, all while maintaining an A+ grade and no fines.
The other 3 Hilton Head Island facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $29K.
Recommended
Fraser Health Center stands out with an impressive Trust Score of 95/100 and a top-tier CMS 5★ rating. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community well-being, providing excellent care in its cozy 33-bed environment, all while maintaining an A+ grade and no fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Hilton Head Island Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $29,497
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Hilton Head Island Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Hilton Head Island's city average is 4.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 4 Hilton Head Island facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Hilton Head Island avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Hilton Head Island facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Hilton Head Island, SC are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Hilton Head Island (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Hilton Head Island "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Hilton Head Island?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.